Swiss-Belresidences Juffair names new hotel manager

MANAMA, September 25, 2018

Swiss-Belhotel International has appointed Teodor Ardeleanu as hotel manager for Swiss-Belresidences Juffair in Bahrain, which is gearing up for its soft opening next month.

Ardeleanu brings over 18 years of diverse experience in the hospitality industry and has been widely recognised for his leadership skills and business acumen. Ardeleanu began his career in Europe at the JW Marriott Bucharest in 2000 and swiftly rose in position. He moved to the Middle East in 2006 and continued his journey with the Marriott group working with many great hotels in the region.

Making the announcement, Laurent A. Voivenel, senior vice president, operations and development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, said: “We are delighted to welcome Teodor to our team. His extensive experience combined with his proven success in Bahrain will be an asset for us. We are confident that with his exceptional expertise, Teodor will deliver our brand’s top service standards.”

Expressing his delight, Ardeleanu said: “I feel truly privileged to join Swiss-Belhotel International at this exciting time and very grateful to the group for giving me this fabulous opportunity. I look forward to working closely with the team as we prepare for the opening of Swiss-Belresidences Juffair.”

Prior to his new position, Ardeleanu was the general manager of One Bahrain Hospitality as well as the advisor to chairman for ITICO Group of Companies and owner representative for Marriott Properties in Bahrain. Since 2016 he was the management and training consultant for Ki Train Consultancy SPC. Ardeleanu holds a Bachelor’s degree from University of Tourism and Hospitality.

Centrally located in Juffair – a popular hub for dining and shopping venues – Swiss-Belresidences Juffair is an upper midscale hotel-apartment complex boasting 129 spacious (1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and penthouse) with superb facilities. The beautiful hotel features an array of leisure and entertainment facilities for families ranging from a business lounge, fabulous spa and health club to an outdoor swimming pool, cinema, games room for all ages and playground. - TradeArabia News Service